stereotypes

Ageism, Not Always What You Think It Is

June 4, 2023June 3, 2023

The term “ageism” usually refers to a socially constructed way of thinking about people based on age, but it can have another implication entirely. People think of ageism as a discriminatory act against older people. They see it as treating seniors in an unequal fashion due to their age in… Read More »Ageism, Not Always What You Think It Is

Don’t Call Me “Dear”!

June 30, 2015March 20, 2020

When does the word “Dear” mean something other than, “I like you and want to convey my affection.” Possibly when you are a small, old person, standing in flats because your feet hurt too much to wear heels, making you look even smaller and frailer than you really are, and much… Read More »Don’t Call Me “Dear”!